The Perfume Library

Layton

8.6

Parfums de Marly · 2016

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Aventus

8.4

Creed · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Creed Aventus opens fresh and fruity and settles onto a woody, smoky base, with a clearly masculine character. Aventus has good longevity and sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, fall also fits, and winter plays a smaller part. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Most voters read it as masculine, while modern and classic readings also appear. It opens with bergamot, lemon, apple and blackcurrant, a bright fruity start with a thread of spice from pink pepper. In the heart, patchouli, jasmine and pineapple soften the sweetness. As it dries down, cedarwood, birch and oakmoss leave a woody, smoky trail. Monkoku Royal Vento and Mazzolari Nero have a close profile.

Alexandria II (Parfum)

8.6

Xerjoff · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Xerjoff Alexandria II is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with lavender, apple, cinnamon and rosewood; in the heart, cedarwood and Bulgarian rose lead while lily of the valley softens the floral side. The base of musk, sandalwood, amber, Laotian oud and vanilla settles into a creamy, resinous warmth with a faint animal edge. Longevity and sillage are rated very strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and favor evenings and nights out over daytime or office wear. It leans masculine and reads classic. Its profile is close to Alexandria III and Alexandria.

Club de Nuit Intense Man (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Armaf · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Armaf Club de Nuit Intense Man Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, citrusy opening on a smoky, woody base. It opens with lemon, bergamot, pineapple, apple and blackcurrant, a fruity and bright start. The heart brings jasmine, rose and birch, and the birch adds a smoky edge. The base holds patchouli, musk, ambergris and vanilla; the woody side leads, with vanilla only softening it. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter the least chosen. Daily wear and leisure come first, though business and evening use also get votes. Half of the voters find it masculine. Hamidi Oud & Perfumes Addicted Intense and Ayat Black Amsterdam have a close profile.

Y (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

Yves Saint Laurent · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Parfum is a fresh, woody men's scent that carries the brightness of bergamot, apple and ginger into an aromatic heart of lavender and sage. It is rated as lasting well and projecting well. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and is mostly seen as masculine and modern. It opens with bergamot, elemi resin, apple, ginger and aldehydes, a clean, fruity start with a light spice. The heart of lavender, sage, geranium absolute and juniper berry adds an aromatic, green edge. The base of vetiver, tonka bean, frankincense and Operanide® settles it into a woody, lightly sweet finish, with aquatic and synthetic touches running in the background.

Boss Bottled (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Hugo Boss · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of lemon and bergamot against the warmth of cinnamon, clove and vetiver. The top holds lemon, bergamot, plum and apple, giving a fresh, citrusy, fruity first impression. In the heart, cinnamon and clove add spicy warmth, and the base of vetiver, cedar and vanilla settles the scent into a woody, lightly sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. It reads masculine, somewhere between modern and classic. La Rive Grey Point and La Rive New Ride have a close profile.

Elysium pour Homme (Eau de Parfum)

8.4

Roja Parfums · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

Roja Parfums Elysium pour Homme Eau de Parfum pairs the fresh citrus of bergamot, lavender and grapefruit with the warmth of vanilla and cedarwood, and is made for men. It lasts well and projects at a moderate level. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter plays a small part. Daily wear, leisure and business are the settings named most often; it reads masculine and leans modern. It opens with bergamot, lavender, lemon and lime, with thyme and artemisia adding a green, herbal edge. In the heart, blackcurrant, apple and jasmine bring a fruity sweetness. In the base, vanilla and benzoin soften the scent, while cedarwood and vetiver set a woody foundation.

Layton Exclusif

8.3

Parfums de Marly · 2017

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Parfums de Marly Layton Exclusif is a men's fragrance that links a fresh opening of apple and bergamot to a warm, spicy core of cinnamon, oud and vanilla. It opens fruity and bright with apple, bergamot and grapefruit. In the heart, cinnamon, geranium, oud and lavender bring in the spicy, smoky side. The base of gaiac wood, patchouli, vanilla and cypriol settles into a woody, sweet, oriental finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and summer is the least chosen season. It leans towards evenings and nights out; half of voters call it masculine and a quarter call it classic. Layton and Niche 4 All Vanilla Oud have a close profile.

Détour Noir

8.1

Al Haramain

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Al Haramain Détour Noir is a unisex scent that carries a fresh, fruity opening into a sweet, spicy and woody body. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend autumn and winter, then spring, and few pick summer. It is chosen most for evenings and nights out, though it is also worn for leisure and daytime. It reads mostly masculine, with a modern feel. The top holds violet, lavender, jasmine and apple, while the heart brings patchouli, bergamot, mandarin orange and vanilla. The base is gaiac wood, sandalwood, cardamom, geranium and pepper. Gourmand and creamy accents soften the vanilla, and the spice and wood keep the sweetness in check. MAD Parfumeur Trono and Parfums de Marly Layton have a close profile.

Ambassador for Men

7.5

Gisada · 2019

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Gisada Ambassador for Men is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity opening with a sweet, spicy and woody body, best suited to evenings and nights out, and to autumn and winter. It opens with green mandarin orange, apple and violet, a fresh and lightly fruity start, with cardamom adding spice. In the heart, black pepper, lavender and patchouli come forward, while mango and peony soften it. The base of vetiver, vanilla and amber settles into a sweet, woody foundation, and gourmand and synthetic touches colour the overall feel. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring also well represented, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. It reads masculine and modern. Jaguar Stance and Al Haramain Détour Noir have a close profile.

9pm

7.9

Afnan Perfumes · 2015

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Afnan Perfumes 9pm is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity opening with a sweet, creamy gourmand warmth, and it suits evenings and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring following and summer last. It is worn mostly on nights out and evenings, and few choose it for the office. Most voters find it masculine and modern. It opens with apple, bergamot and Provençal lavender alongside cinnamon, giving a fresh, lightly spicy and fruity start. Orange blossom and lily of the valley sit in the heart. In the base, amber, vanilla, tonka bean and patchouli sweeten the scent and settle it into a creamy warmth.

Hawas for Him

7.7

Rasasi · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Light Blue (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Dolce & Gabbana · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy floral with an aquatic edge, a feminine scent for warm days and easy daily wear. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is mostly worn for daily use, leisure and the office. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters read it as feminine, and a good number call it modern. It opens with Sicilian citron, apple and bluebell, then bamboo, jasmine and rose turn that freshness green and floral. Cedarwood, amber and musk in the base settle it into a soft, lightly woody finish.

Voyage (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Nautica · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Nautica Voyage Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that suits summer and spring days. Most voters pick summer, with spring close behind, and it leans towards daily wear, sport and leisure, though it also works at the office. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays a light, easygoing presence through the day. Most voters call it masculine and modern. Fresh, citrus and green accords lead, with aquatic and fruity shades alongside. It opens with leaves and apple, and mimosa and lotus give the heart a soft floral touch. In the base, moss, cedar, musk and amber ground it.

Isola Blu (Parfum) / Oligarch (Parfum)

8.7

Roja Parfums · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roja Parfums Isola Blu / Oligarch is a unisex perfume that opens with fresh lemon, bergamot and lavender, softened by jasmine and orange blossom, and rests on vanilla and cedarwood. Lemon, bergamot and lavender lead the top, while orange blossom, jasmine and coconut in the heart take the edge off the citrus. In the base, vanilla, cedarwood and amber stay in the background and settle the scent on a woody, green footing. The overall impression is fresh, citrusy and lightly spicy. Longevity and sillage are rated as good. Most voters recommend summer and spring, with leisure, daily wear and business the leading occasions. Voters lean towards a masculine character. Roja Parfums Oligarch (Eau de Parfum) and Avapari Blue Lime have a close profile.

Dolce Amalfi (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Casamorati · 2017

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Casamorati Dolce Amalfi Eau de Parfum opens with quince, apple and cardamom and settles into a sweet, gourmand unisex scent. The top notes are quince, apple, cardamom and saffron, a fruity, citrusy brightness with spice. In the heart, clove, tolu balm and frankincense take over, and the base of musk, amber, vanilla and cedarwood rests in a creamy sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters spread across all four seasons, with fall and spring slightly ahead, and mostly suggest leisure wear, with evenings and nights out close behind. Most read it as feminine, though many find it masculine.

Supremacy Not Only Intense

8.1

Afnan Perfumes · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Afnan Perfumes Supremacy Not Only Intense is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with fruity sweetness, spice and a smoky, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, so it carries well without feeling heavy. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with fewer choosing winter. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, and works for a night out too. It reads masculine and modern. Reyane Tradition Insurrection II Pure and The Dua Brand Casino Elixir 2.0 share a close profile. The top opens with apple, blackcurrant and bergamot, fresh and fruity. In the heart, oakmoss, patchouli and lavender add a dry, woody character. In the base, ambergris, saffron and musk soften the sweetness and leave a spicy, slightly smoky trail.

Zaya

8.8

Parfums d'Elmar · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Parfums d'Elmar Zaya is a warm, sweet, gourmand unisex scent where honey, cognac and cinnamon run together. It opens with honey, apple, nutmeg, bergamot and cognac, so fruity sweetness and spice arrive side by side. In the heart, amber, oak wood absolute, cinnamon and date come forward. The base of vanilla, praliné, Siam benzoin and sandalwood settles it into something creamy and woody. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is favoured for evenings and nights out. It leans slightly masculine in the votes, but a good share also call it feminine, which fits its unisex label. Kilian Angels' Share and Lattafa Khamrah have a close profile.

F by Ferragamo pour Homme Black (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Salvatore Ferragamo · 2009

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo pour Homme Black Eau de Toilette pairs a fresh, fruity lavender and apple opening with black pepper and coriander spice, and is made for men; it has been discontinued. Lavender and apple lead the top; black pepper, coriander seed and lavender absolute add a spicy edge in the heart. Tonka bean and labdanum sweeten the base into a powdery, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind. It suits daily wear, leisure and the office, and it reads masculine. Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo pour Homme and Zippo Fragrances The Original have a close profile.

Giardino di Boboli

7.8

Roberto Ugolini · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

Roberto Ugolini Giardino di Boboli is a fresh, floral unisex scent built on geranium, mint and apple over green notes, suited to anyone who likes a garden-like freshness. It opens cool and fruity with geranium, mint, green notes and apple. The heart turns floral with ozonic notes, rose, jasmine and iris, while cedarwood keeps those flowers dry and woody. The base of musk, amber, woody and powdery notes softens the scent and adds a light sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Voters lean masculine, though feminine follows close behind. Chanel Chance Eau Tendre and Kilian Beyond Love Prohibited have a close profile.

Un Jardin sur le Toit

7.5

Hermès · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hermès Un Jardin sur le Toit is a fresh, green unisex scent with a fruity, floral character, leaning towards spring and summer and easy daytime wear. Pear and apple set the first impression, while pear tree wood, applewood and wild grass give it a light woody, green backdrop. Citrus and floral accords keep the fruit crisp and airy, and a spicy touch stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and office use lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair share see it as masculine. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Rosa Verde and Féraud Amarante have a close profile.

Armani Code Absolu pour Homme

8.0

Giorgio Armani · 2019

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Giorgio Armani Armani Code Absolu pour Homme is a men's fragrance that sets green mandarin orange, apple and tonka bean against the sweet, leathery base of vanilla and suede; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters mostly read its character as masculine and modern. As a whole it smells fruity and sweet: green mandarin orange and apple add freshness, while vanilla, tonka bean and orange blossom give a creamy, gourmand warmth. Nutmeg and carrot seed bring a spicy edge, and suede draws a powdery, leathery backdrop.

Dubai - Turath

8.5

The Spirit of Dubai · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

The Spirit of Dubai Dubai - Turath is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance built around saffron, oud and rose, and it leans towards evenings and cooler weather. It opens with peach, cinnamon and cardamom, pairing fruity sweetness with spice. In the heart, saffron, oud and rose form a floral and woody core. The base of sandalwood, vanilla and amber sweetens as it settles into a resinous, smoky warmth. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with night out and evening the leading occasions. It reads most often as masculine, though it remains unisex. Nabeel Irth and The Dua Brand Heritage have a close profile.

Orion (Extrait de Parfum)

7.9

Tiziana Terenzi · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Extrait de Parfum

Tiziana Terenzi Orion Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent that links a fresh, citrusy opening to a green, spicy and smoky texture. Red currant, bergamot, apple and pineapple give it a bright, fruity start. In the heart, patchouli, oregano and thyme add a green, spicy air, while birch strengthens the smoky side. The base of frankincense, cedar, amber and oud sets a woody, warm ground. Most voters find its longevity and sillage good. Spring and summer lead, with autumn close behind. Leisure, daily wear and business are the most voted occasions. Most voters read it as masculine. Afnan Supremacy (Silver) and Armaf Club de Nuit Intense Man have a close profile.